If we are talking about mindless zombies, I'd go with either Albion's Knecht kriegsmesser, with the Soldat grossemesser as a back-up, or a large XIIIa war sword, like Albion's Duke, A&A's "12th Century Sword", or ATrim's "heavy" XIIIa.

If we are talking about brigands and bandits, whom may devise some sort of armor or protection, I would go with a cut-and-thrust sword. Something large and imposing, but still agile. A&A's German Bastard Sword would fit this bill, as would Albion's Viceroy and Baron models.

As for things in my collection, my ATrim NIBS would serve well for most purposes, especially if I had a buckler. Though the Albion Stamford I am expecting soon would be more authoritative in the cut...

Hi All

i think in a world without fire arms, and a high concentration of zombies. i will have to go with the Albion Kenecht. but since it is as of yet still not in my hands, i will take my Svante Nillson and my ATD002 dagger, and start lopping of their mindless heads.


Mike

From my collection, for the two handed needs, pommel bashing, half swording, polearm and sword breaking tactics, no two ways about it! I'll bring my Arms & Armor German Bastard Sword. For the close quarters, deceptive maneuvers, it must be fast, accurate, it must thrust, it must cut, and I want a pommel on this sword that will cause skull fractures. So the answer to all this can only be one sword, the Albion Vassal!

Bob

Howard Clark L6 Bainite type XIIIa longsword.

A guy can dream, can't he?

If I really had a choice and advanced knowledge, I'd hock my big Dodge van and get a Albion Sovereign. Also my Coustille along with Chain, Kevlar and steel brig and a big Mucking shield. Bullets you can run out of, but you can make arrows plenty. Longbow or compound would do nicely. If I was on horse back, then my Del Tin St. Maurice, DT2130.
[ Linked Image ] [ Linked Image ] I love the reach and the feel of this sword.

What is it with the zombies? :wtf: Not to be rude, but such a topic is really beneath this site, as Mr. Arrow has pointed out more than once.

But I digress. If I were going to be fighting for my life today, I think I would choose Phoenix Metal Creation's Venetian Riding Sword. (I'm under the impression that Phoenix is sadly no longer an active producer, but I can dream!) I favor a somewhat lighter blade that offers some protection for the hand, and can both cut and thrust well. Versatility is important, after all! I would, of course, also be carrying an Arms & Armor smallsword -- just because I like it.

Angus Trim's new 'Tactical Swords' also look quite competent, though I think they rather lack character.

I don't know who mentioned the zombies first but they weren't here in the original topic...
Of the swords I have now I would be most confident in battle with my Windlass 15th century longsword (I would have to sharpen it first) , but if I could choose, Albion Landgraf or Talhoffer... If mounted, it would be useful to have an Albion Templar or Hospitaller... :)

Whether the topic of killing zombies is appropriate for this site is up to the Mods and I will leave it up to their disgression. However, the mention of zombies stems from the original poster's question (emphasis added by me)

Timothy Gulics wrote:

Consider this scenario. The world as we know it is post-apocalypse. Perhaps a nuclear catastrophe has left the continents a burning wasteland ala Mad Max, or an unknown virus has reanimated the dead into killing machines along the lines of Night/Dawn/Day of the Dead.

Dan

Ups, I missed that. But I think we should concentrate on battles with brigands and other human enemies because killing lots of zombies isn't really a problem no matter what sword you use... :)

Blast, I'd forgotten about that scenario. :blush: Looks like I should think twice before opening my big fat mouth -- my apologies! Still, zombies? ;) Bring on the living brigands!

I don't know, I see quite a few zombies around here all the time. WE call them students.

BTW, I just fell in love with this sword but I don't know it's name or if it is still for sale?

http://www.christianfletcher.com/Christian_Fl...506.html#1

Gentlemen! I think you forget about one thing.A man can't carry tons of weapons.A REAL post-apocalypse world (heheh ;) )is not RPG.No magic suitcases available.Of course if you have a car/horse/camel you can carry much stuff-but having twenty weapons is not necessary in my opinion.When cought in ambush you wouldn't have a chance to unpack your favourite M60 or halberd.Not enough time simply.Don't forget about other essential goods that you need to survive-food,water,tent,clothes,medicines,torches....

Think what would happen if your car suddently brokes and your camel dies.You have only your back and hands to carry all what is needed.

So I think realistic option is to carry not more than 2-3 types of handweapon(not heavy machine guns,not two handed pollearms)and eventually basic body armour.

In my case I would find wz.96 Beryl carbine(based on ak 74 Kalasnikov polish weapon firing standard 5.56NATO rounds http://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karabinek_wz._96_Beryl )with not more than 100-150 rounds(I can't carry whole armoury) + my XV(Oakeshott) bastard sword made by Szanek +maybe(only if I have enough spare space and strenght) khukri(or large bowie knife)+ small tactical folder like Spyderco Byrd Cara-cara(as a tool rather than weapon)
Body armour-plate carrier with basic chest plate+kevlar helmet+plastic elbows and knee protection.

Anyway-give me 10 soldiers and 10 days-and I will change post-apocalypse world :cool: ;)

I have to confess to a fondness for my inexpensive and slightly tacky Cold Steel cutlass (1917 Naval type). It's a fairly crude, armory-class weapon. I'd have no qualms about getting zombie innards on it. And while I know I have half a dozen "much nicer" swords, the cutlass is a nice size for close quarters.
I'd also keep one of my tomahawks along, to increase my "reach".
btw, the cutlass is not far from reach at my bedside...
Should I ever have a nightime intruder, I fully intend that the police will be taking them away with a bucket and a sponge.

Albion Crecy, with and Albion Knight at my side.

That Crecy is a beast of a sword, a good cut / thruster, important if you're trying to slay both zombies and armoured dweebs :D

You're going to limit me to just one sword? Oh well.

This one then: Angus Trim AT1592. Fairly nasty, gives good (nasty) cuts, lacerations and stabs. As a bonus, if they get in close, grab the ricasso and I've got a short spear. This way, I can deal with fights in close quarters without drawing a dagger. Also, fairly light sword, only three pounds. I've taken a few survival classes, and if you're carrying everything on your back, every ounce counts. I saw claymores mentioned. Those are seven to eight POUNDS of weight. Are you sure?

If I could carry a second one, it would either be a rapier/smallsword, for indoor work, or a katzbalger, probably A&A's. Again, for the same reason. Indoor work; I go in to search a house or a building, for whatever reason, I won't be able to SWING my big sword. Rapier can work in that environment, and I'll have a dagger with it to finish the guy off. Same thing with the katzbalger.

I put in an entry on this thread when it first came out, but I've changed my mind. This time I will go with two swords, both in my possession.

First, the Albion Castellan, a shortish XVa. This is an underappreciated sword. It feels great in one or two hands, tracks beautifully, it is one of the best thrusters around, and it can cut as well. Good looking, too

For a backup sword , my ATrim Tactical Cuttoe, light and strong, with a blade 22 inches long. It feels like it could take care of anything.

I'll also take along my A&A English Buckler.

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